VENTURA, Calif. — The Ventura County Fair is known for its carnival rides, concerts and classic fair food, but some of its biggest attractions can be found inside the livestock barns.
From friendly pygmy goats to exotic reptiles and towering birds, animals of all kinds are capturing the attention of fairgoers while teaching visitors about agriculture, wildlife and responsible animal care.
For Elliot Stevens, the 2026 Grand Champion Showman in the pygmy goat competition, his four-month-old goat Stanley has become a crowd favorite…